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07 Jan

Punjab Drug Crackdown: Anti-Narcotics Task Force and BSF seize 19.98 kg of heroin in major drug bust in Punjab

Banasree SarkarNational

A significant crackdown on trans-border drug smuggling was conducted in Punjab by the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) in collaboration with the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Border Range. The operation resulted in the recovery of 19.980 kg of heroin and the arrest of four suspects, including the key operative overseeing the supply chain. Preliminary investigations by Punjab Police showed that the detained suspects were linked to handlers in Pakistan and organized the transportation and distribution of narcotics shipments throughout the state's several regions. Under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, a formal complaint has been filed, and…

07 Jan

Chandrababu Naidu Proposes “Southern Economic Corridor”

MohiniNational

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has proposed the creation of a "Southern Economic Corridor" connecting Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru. During a chief ministers' summit today, Naidu argued that a unified economic zone would streamline logistics and manufacturing for the semiconductor and green energy sectors. The proposal includes a shared tax-incentive framework and a joint "single-window" clearance portal for international investors, a move that has already seen preliminary support from neighboring states.

07 Jan

State Government Declines Fresh Inquiry into CADC, Urges Restoration of Elected Council

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram Council of Ministers has said that there is no need to extend Governor’s Rule in the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), as a stable government can still be formed there. This decision was taken during a meeting held on Wednesday at the Cabinet Room of the Chief Minister’s Office in Aizawl. The meeting was chaired by Chief Minister Lalduhoma.The Governor of Mizoram had written to the State Government seeking its advice on two important matters related to the Chakma Autonomous District Council. The first question was whether a fresh Inquiry Commission was needed to examine the functioning of…

07 Jan

Titan shares extend gains to ~5% after Q3 update shows 40% revenue growth

Purbalee DuttaBusiness

Shares of Titan Co. Ltd. rose to an all-time high after the Tanishq owner guided for 40% revenue growth in October-December 2025, on the back of a surge in gold prices and sales during the festive quarter. On Wednesday (7 January 2026), Titan's share price rose as much as 4.88% to an all-time high of ₹4,312.00 on the BSE, even as the benchmark Sensex was down up to 0.40%. The stock was reacting to Titan's Q3 update. Standalone revenue of the Tata Group company is expected to have risen 40% year-on-year on as the jewellery business, which contributes 85% of revenue,…

07 Jan

Cold Spell Continues as City’s Air Quality Slips Back to Very Poor

editorweather

Cold conditions persisted across the city on Wednesday (January 7, 2026) even as air quality deteriorated sharply to the ‘very poor’ range. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board’s Sameer app, the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 336. Station-wise readings showed Nehru Nagar recording the most toxic air at an AQI of 360, placing it firmly in the ‘very poor’ bracket. Of the monitoring locations, 21 stations logged ‘very poor’ air quality, while 14 reported ‘poor’ levels of pollution. Only two stations registered readings in the ‘moderate’ category, offering limited relief to residents. Officials warned that…

07 Jan

Unusual Cold and Dense Fog Grip Tripura; Schools Closed Till January 10

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura has been witnessing an unusually cold spell over the past several days, with daytime temperatures falling well below the normal seasonal level. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the state has recorded the lowest deviation from normal maximum temperatures in the entire country during this period. Officials from IMD Agartala said that since January 1, the maximum daytime temperature in Tripura has remained consistently lower than usual. IMD Agartala Director, Dr Partha Roy, explained that the difference between normal and actual daytime temperatures has been significant for nearly a week. He said the state recorded deviations ranging from…

07 Jan

Confidential Order Points to Antitrust Violations by Leading Steel Firms

PreetiBusiness

India's competition watchdog has uncovered that leading companies in the steel market, including Tata Steel, JSW Steel, and State-run SAIL, along with 25 other firms, engaged in price-fixing practices that violate antitrust laws. A confidential document reveals that these collusions expose both the companies and their executives to the possibility of significant financial penalties. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has found 56 senior executives, including Sajjan Jindal of JSW and T.V. Narendran of Tata Steel, along with four former chairpersons of SAIL, guilty of price collusion spanning from 2015 to 2023. This information is based on a CCI order…

07 Jan

Student Protest at Tripura University Leaves One Injured

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

A female outsourced worker at Tripura Central University was injured during a protest by contractual employees that escalated into a confrontation with private security personnel on Tuesday. The incident occurred while security attempted to create a path for Acting Vice-Chancellor Dr. Shyamal Das, as demonstrators had surrounded the main administrative building. The protest was sparked by news that the university administration planned to appoint four outsourced workers as Daily Rated Workers (DRWs), an action that provoked discontent among the remaining contractual staff members. Protestors contended that the administration's decision was arbitrary and breached the principle of equal opportunity since only…

07 Jan

Tripura: Union Minister Holds Talks with Janajati Morcha on Tribal Welfare

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Durgadas Ui key, visited Tripura, meeting with Janajati Morcha leaders to discuss tribal welfare and organizational issues. He chaired a review meeting with Gomati district officials on development work and centrally sponsored schemes. Additionally, Ui key prayed at the recently renovated Tripura Sundari temple and reviewed its ongoing development. His visit, ahead of the TTAADC elections, aims to enhance coordination between the Centre, state administration, and tribal leadership for effective welfare and development program implementation.

07 Jan

Mizoram’s Cherry Blossom Event Wows Tourists, Attracts Massive Footfall

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

A tourism event named ‘Tlaizawng Paradise’ is taking place in Phuaibuang village, Saitual district, Mizoram, coinciding with the cherry blossom season, locally referred to as ‘Tlaizawng’. This two-day event, inaugurated by Mizoram Assembly Speaker Lalbiakzama, aims to enhance tourism, stimulate the local economy, and promote conservation of natural resources. It features various adventure tourism activities such as cave exploration, mountain hiking, and mass angling, with approximately 600 participants engaged in a significant angling competition on the Tuivai river. The event also serves as a showcase for local handicrafts and handloom products at the Phuaibuang playground, coupled with cultural and musical…